Lisa Rodgers

• Taught K-6th grade students Math, English Language Arts, Science, History, Writing, Literature and PE
• Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, fostered organization, promoted growth mindset strategies, and created a more conducive learning environment
• Use of Google suite, Canva, IXL, Studies Weekly, and online assessments
• Fun and creative learning strategies via rotations, thematic units with coinciding games, science experiments, STEAM, and maker space projects
• Regularly maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Taught health and wellness through regular lessons and physical education (PE)
• Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings and aligned with state standards
• Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Encouraged education through reading, lessons, homework help, and volunteering in the classroom for eleven years
• AYSO soccer coach
• Odyssey of the mind coach (coached my daughter's team to 1st and 2nd in the state two years in a row and onto world competition one year placing in top 10
• Taxi driver extraordinaire, where some of the best conversations, life lessons, humor, active listening emerged
• Room mom, planned fun class parties and helped in small groups for several years
• Volunteered in charity work with children
• Taught Sunday school, Vacation Bible school, and Kids games
• Balanced and modeled a healthy age appropriate amount of technology to where it was a benefit not a harm
• Promoted extra curricular activities
• Modeled love, compassion, and forgiveness (promoting humility and a genuine kindness towards humanity and animals)

Taught California 5th grade state standards curriculum at a Title 1 school

• Incorporated differentiated instruction with diverse populations and academic levels including English as a second language learners (ESL), GATE, ASD, ADHD, students needing individual education plans (IEPs)
• Supported the social-emotional well-being of students by implementing character education programs and fostering a positive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected.
• Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of consistent routines, clear expectations, and reinforcing "growth mindset" strategies.
• Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
• Designated grade level teacher that focused on remedial classes with ESL students and those performing below grade level
• Spoke basic Spanish when conversing with parents
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as after-school clubs or tutoring sessions to enrich the educational experience for students outside the classroom.
• Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.

• One year teaching 1st grade state standards and 3 years teaching 3rd grade state standards to primarily English as a second language learners
• School wide Art Coordinator using the "Meet the Masters" curriculum. This role included annual art show, keeping up art supplies, and curating art samples to compete with other schools at the Orange county fair
• Teacher of the month for use of Creative learning strategies
• "Master Teacher" to a Pepperdine student getting her teacher credential
• Teacher in-service trainings included classroom management, multiple math strategies, differentiated instruction, Phonics and emerging readers
• Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects for students, fostering a deeper understanding of subject matter.
• Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom, inspiring students to take responsibility for their learning and strive for improvement.
• Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and strategies.
• Managed IEPs for special education students, ensuring accommodations were met according to individualized plans.

• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom strategies in singing, art, math, reading, writing for children ages 2-5 years old as the roving teacher
• Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
• Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
• Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.